Chris Coons actually said...

"If confirmed, you will have critical influence over whether we stand up for democracy and human rights at a time when China's authoritarian model is posing an increasing challenge to our principles."

"Political space for all Ethiopians is critical for advancing this process and building strong, inclusive institutions."

"It is my hope the President's budget request will increase funding to what has been a stagnant foreign affairs budget."

"I look forward to partnering with you and relying on your advice in exactly how to make sure that this commitment that has recently been announced by the prime minister to investigate and this partner..."